I might use it, depending on the type and how well it fits my build (I'm currently working on both rogue and ranger builds). Also, if it basically functions as one of the other races I'm considering then I'd probably take the furry race over the one that it's a clone of.

Yes, but I would prefer if people picked from the point-buy arrays on page 18 of the player's handbook so I don't have to double check everyone's point buys to make sure there are no extra points assigned.